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Crazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to Women's Health with OB/GYN Dr. Sara Mckinney (part 2)We’re not done yet.In Part 2 of this important conversation, Dr. Sara McKinney dives deeper into the realities of hormone imbalance, perimenopause, and the emotional and physical toll it takes on women — especially when doctors dismiss your concerns.Below you’ll find a link to Dr. McKinney's profile at UCSD Health and links to some of the memoirs and recommendations she mentioned during our conversation so you can explore further or follow up on anything that resonated with you.Sara McKinney, MD - Obstetrics & Gynecology | UC San Diego HealthBroo...2025-06-3056 minCrazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to Women's Health with OB/GYN Dr. Sara Mckinney (Part 1)Are you feeling off, overwhelmed, or just… not like yourself? You’re not alone — and you’re definitely not crazy.In this episode of Welcome to Women's Health, Dr. Sara McKinney gets real about the symptoms so many women experience but few doctors talk about: mood swings, low sex drive, sleep issues, brain fog, and hormone shifts tied to perimenopause and menopause. She shares what most OB/GYNs are missing in these conversations — and what you should be asking for in your own care.Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, or beyond, this episode...2025-06-2557 minCrazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to CSM 100 Day Healthy ChallengeWhat if you had a community of women showing up with you—every day—for 100 days of real, sustainable wellness?In this episode, we’re inviting you to join us and Coach Sasha, founder of LeanPowerment, for the 100 Day Healthy Challenge—a guided program built to help you feel strong, energized, and empowered in your body and mind.This is about consistency, connection, and confidence—with the kind of support that actually keeps you going.You’ll hear:What the 100 Day Healthy Challenge is all aboutHow this program builds on Sa...2025-06-0838 minCrazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to Our Media EditThis week, we’re talking current media obsessions — the shows, books, and movies we’re hooked on right now and why we can’t stop thinking about them.From drama to nostalgia, here’s what’s been living rent-free in our brains lately — plus the shows, books, and movies on our to-watch and to-read lists.📺 TV Shows: White Lotus, Younger, Sirens, Friends and Neighbors, Sex Life, Dying for Sex, and We Were Liars. 📚 Books: All Fours, Scythe, Brooke Shields is not allowed to Get Old, The Great Alone, Pretty Girls 🎬...2025-06-011h 15Crazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to LEAN (Ladies-Exercise-Accountability-Nutrition) with Coach SashaWhat does it actually take to feel strong, energized, and empowered? In this episode, we’re joined by Coach Sasha, founder of LeanPowerment and creator of the LEAN coaching programs, to talk about what real wellness looks like when you’re not 25 anymore—and thank goodness for that.We dive into:The power of daily movement and why it’s more impactful than extreme fitness trendsSasha’s “100 Days of Health” philosophy and how committing to small, consistent actions can lead to long-term changeThe truth about nutrition — from getting enough protein and the importance of he...2025-05-261h 21Crazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to Lions, Tigers and Bears...Oh My!This week, we’re stepping into the wilderness of midlife — careers shifting, creativity stretching, and the occasional emotional bear attack.In this honest check-in episode, we unpack what we’ve been navigating lately using a little metaphor magic:Lions for the bold moves we’ve made (like launching this podcast and starting new jobs)Tigers for the fears and wild cards we didn’t see comingBears for the burnout, boundaries, and the deep craving for restFrom Dannielle’s new telehealth role and navigating important life decisions, to Renee wrangl...2025-05-1947 minCrazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to MadhouseIn this episode of Crazy Stupid Midlife, we step inside Madhouse Dance, a sensual, empowering studio where movement becomes medicine. We’re joined by Olivia Kingston, founder of Madhouse, and Kira Hoerres, studio manager and fierce advocate for body confidence and self-expression. Together, they share how Madhouse became more than just a dance studio—it’s a community where women experience self-love transformations as they reconnect with their bodies, rediscover joy, and unleash their inner power. We dive into the magic of Redroom Dance Cardio classes, how dance became a healing force, and why celebrating your sexy isn’t j...2025-05-121h 25Crazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)In this must-listen episode of Crazy Stupid Midlife, Renee steps into the listener’s chair while Dannielle, a licensed nurse practitioner, shares her expert insights on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the hormonal rollercoaster of midlife. From night sweats and mood swings to bone health and beyond, they dig into the science, the stigma, and the stories that make menopause anything but simple.Together, they explore:What HRT really is—and what it isn’tThe truth behind common myths (yes, we’re talking about that cancer rumor)Holistic strategies that support hormonal wellnessWhy personalized care and self-adv...2025-05-051h 00Crazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to Balance with Dr. Noriko Udea-LangWhat if feeling better isn’t about another prescription — but about getting to the real root of what’s going on? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Noriko Ueda-Lang, a Licensed Acupuncturist, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Kinesiotape Instructor, to explore the powerful connection between Eastern and Western approaches to wellness. Dr. Noriko shares how her acupuncture practice and background in functional medicine come together to address root causes of health issues rather than just symptoms. We dive into topics like acupuncture, lifestyle medicine, nutrition, supplementation, and the importance of breath work, and we also touch o...2025-04-281h 27Crazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to StupidIn our third episode, we’re breaking down the why behind one of the most loaded words in our podcast title: stupid. Why did we choose it? What does it really mean to us? And how can embracing the “stupid” parts of life—mistakes, missteps, messy moments—actually lead to the smartest, boldest, and most beautiful parts of midlife?From reclaiming a word that’s often used to shame or diminish, to celebrating the freedom that comes with not always having it all figured out, we’re unpacking the double edge of “stupid”—the cringey regrets and the glor...2025-04-2117 minCrazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to CrazyWelcome to Crazy Stupid Midlife—where everything feels a little upside down, but somehow more real than ever. In our second episode, we’re opening the door to what this podcast is all about: the beautiful, bizarre, and bold reality of life in the middle. Midlife isn’t just confusing—it’s hilarious, humbling, and sometimes downright magical. We’re Renee and Dannielle, two longtime friends juggling career pivots, hormones, teenagers, identity shifts, and everything in between. Sometimes we’re losing it, sometimes we’re crushing it—but either way, we’re doing it together. If you’ve ever felt like midli...2025-04-1637 min
Crazy Stupid MidlifeWho We Are and Why The Hell Are We Doing This?Meet your hosts, Renee and Dannielle, two lifelong friends navigating the wild, wonderful, and WTF moments of midlife—together. In this first episode, we share our stories: from PR and parenting to nursing school at 40 and teaching high school English, we talk about our unexpected career pivots, the chaos of motherhood, and how we reinvented ourselves in the middle of it all.We created Crazy Stupid Midlife to be a space where women can feel seen, supported, and inspired through the rollercoaster of midlife. From hormones and headaches to career shifts, parenting teens, imp...2025-04-1525 minCrazy Stupid MidlifeWelcome to CrazyWelcome to Crazy Stupid Midlife—where everything feels a little upside down, but somehow more real than ever. In our second episode, we’re opening the door to what this podcast is all about: the beautiful, bizarre, and bold reality of life in the middle. Midlife isn’t just confusing—it’s hilarious, humbling, and sometimes downright magical. We’re Renee and Dannielle, two longtime friends juggling career pivots, teenagers, identity shifts, and everything in between. Sometimes we’re losing it, sometimes we’re crushing it—but either way, we’re doing it together. If you’ve ever felt like...2025-04-1503 minCrazy Stupid MidlifeCrazy Stupid Midlife TrailerWelcome to Crazy Stupid Midlife!Real Talk for Women Who’ve Been There, Done That, and Are Ready for MoreWelcome to Crazy Stupid Midlife, the podcast that dives headfirst into the wild, wonderful, and sometimes WTF moments of midlife. Hosted by two 40 something women who’ve lived it all. We are rebranding midlife. Join us on the ride!What We Talk About🎤 Hormones & Menopause: Hot flashes, brain fog, and the rollercoaster of midlife hormones—expert advice, real solutions.💉 Medicine & Wellness:2025-04-1400 min